Why Is It So Hard to Send My Kid to a Good Preschool? The Shocking Truth About Early Education in America

In comparison with other industrialized nationa, the United States is behind in early education. In addition, students from low-income families are less likely to enroll in preschool than their more privileged counterparts and more likely to attend low-quality programs. This situations harms American students and society. This essay documents the results of various studies showing that high-quality preschool benefits children. It also offers reasons for improving preschool access and quality in the United States and includes examples of strategies for achieving this goal